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Did you know that our past experiences can affect how we parent in the present? It seems quite obvious, but there are so many layers to this. I’ve learned a lot about this from Dr. Shefali Tsabary and today, we have the privilege of having her with us on our show. Who is Dr. Shefali? […]
One of the greatest challenges as a parent of toddlers and preschoolers is when they start skipping their naps. On the one hand, it might be nice to go to the zoo for the day or grab lunch with friends and not stress about getting home in time for that essential afternoon snooze. However, as […]
In pregnancy, you’ll undergo a variety of routine scans and lab work, from anatomy scans to the oral glucose test, to ensure everything is progressing normally. Toward the end of…
November 17 is World Prematurity Day – a time to increase awareness of the challenges surrounding prematurity around the world. This year, the theme is, “Zero Separation – Act now! Keep parents…
Giving birth is miraculous and messy; agony and ecstasy. In these powerful birth photos, photographers from around the world captured some of the most intimate and raw moments of birth…
There are many famous musician moms and Hollywood moms who we regular people living in the rest of America, on cul-de-sacs, driving mini-vans, and grocery shopping on a budget can emulate. But Pink is one rock-and-roll mom in a category all her own. She exploded on the scene as a young pop star when we […]
As a mom of three, if there’s one “rule” about postpartum recovery that I can tell you is true, there are no rules but plenty of postpartum myths. No magic formula makes your baby bump disappear into thin air. There is no guarantee your milk will come in on day two, day three, or at […]
In a typical pregnancy, a baby’s head is down by delivery time. This is called the “vertex position.” The head paves the way out of the birth canal, and the baby has less potential for body parts to get stuck when coming out this way. However, when you have a breech baby, its head is […]
Throughout my first pregnancy, I did all (I mean ALL) the research. Or so I thought. I read all the advice for new parents, like how to have “natural” labor, which sleep sacks were best for each stage of babyhood, how to set my baby up for 12 hours of a completely sound sleep by […]
If you are pregnant, you might wonder why getting sufficient iron during pregnancy is so essential. Low iron is already a cause for concern among many women, pregnant or not. Add the increased demand in supporting the growth and development of a fetus and the expanding blood volume, and the risk of low iron in […]
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Cholestasis of pregnancy, or intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy, is a liver disorder affecting one to two pregnancies per 1,000. The cause is not clearly understood, and although the condition poses few risks to the mother, it can cause potentially life-threatening complications for your child. A diagnosis of cholestasis of pregnancy can be incredibly stressful as […]
Welcome to the first four weeks of postpartum in this month-by-month checklist guide to a healthy pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! This to-do list with a twist contains key tips and action items…
When it comes to getting dressed in the early days of pregnancy, it can be hard to find your personal style, especially if you are still keeping the exciting news…
Everyone loves receiving a special package in the mail from time to time. Or regularly, right? There’s something extra special about the novelty of subscription boxes. They make perfect gifts (that can keep on giving) and can be catered to just about any recipient, even children. So we’ve created a list of the best subscription […]
Moms, we know it takes a village, and we are better when we lift one another up. So why do we keep the battles going? Do we really need to worry about how another mom feeds her child? Shouldn’t we say, “That’s your choice and not my business. How can I support you?” Because those […]
Toddlers love exploring the world, but with that comes the risk of injury. Many toddlers love to put things in their mouths or run around while eating. This can lead to choking and the necessity for CPR. Knowing how to perform toddler CPR correctly is a skill every parent or caregiver should have in their […]
By now, most Americans know that hospitals and other medical providers make billing mistakes and include hidden fees. Depending on the type of insurance you have, you may rarely question a…
There are no pictures of my son on the day that he was born. There are some photos from that day, sure—of me, hooked up to fetal monitors, giving a…
Visuals are something we often take for granted. As adults, they are something we use every day. From street signs to cookbook recipes to furniture assembly instructions, we rely on visuals to help us complete all sorts of tasks. And just like adults, children benefit significantly from using visual supports daily. Walk into any preschool […]